Sweet Potato Crowns



3 tablespoons vegetable oil
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 large unpeeled sweet potatoes, cut into 1-1/2-inch slices with ends discarded
1/4 cup light brown sugar
1/4 cup chopped pecans
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 tablespoon butter, softened

1.Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.
2.In a large bowl, combine oil and salt; mix well. Add sweet potatoes and toss until evenly coated.
3.Place on a rimmed baking sheet and cook 25 to 30 minutes, or until fork-tender.
4.Meanwhile, in a small bowl, mix together brown sugar, pecans, cinnamon, and butter until crumbly. Sprinkle on each potato round and return to oven; cook 8 to 10 minutes, or until sugar is melted. Serve immediately.


Yield: 6 servings

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